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EARS Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary

Animal rescue in Effingham, IL

Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary (EARS) is a fully foster-based, donation-based, and volunteer-run 501(c)3 organization with three areas of focus: Foster & Adopt, Spay & Neuter, and Charitable/Critical Care Assistance. EARS was formed in 2010, and has been devoted to helping animals find loving homes, receive the medical care they need, and aid the community in pet care ever since.

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Address
PO Box 1737
Effingham, IL 62401
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Adoptable pets at EARS Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary

We'll also keep you updated on Benny's adoption status with email updates.
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Benny

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Male, 1 yr 3 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Bailey's adoption status with email updates.
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Bailey

Treeing Walker Coonhound/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 3 yrs 1 mo
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Jack's adoption status with email updates.
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Jack

Jack Russell Terrier/Schnauzer (Standard)

Male, 11 yrs 1 mo
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Copper's adoption status with email updates.
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Copper

Australian Cattle Dog

Male, 9 yrs 11 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Floyd's adoption status with email updates.
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Floyd

Labrador Retriever/Mastiff

Male, 6 yrs 4 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Taco Belle's adoption status with email updates.
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Taco Belle

American Staffordshire Terrier/Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 6 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Daisy's adoption status with email updates.
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Daisy

Mixed Breed (Medium)

Female, 1 yr 4 mos
Effingham, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Sami's adoption status with email updates.
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Sami

Australian Shepherd/Beagle

Female, 4 yrs 1 mo
Effingham, IL

Rescue FAQs

Effingham IL, and surrounding areas.

  • 1. Submit Application
  • 2. Interview
  • 3. Approve Application
  • 4. Meet the Pet
  • 5. Sign Adoption Contract
  • 6. Pay Fee
  • 7. Take the Pet Home

Additional adoption info

Please submit an adoption application via our website to get the process started!

Adoption application

https://effinghamanimalrescue.com/adoptable-pets/

Pets at shelters & rescues near EARS Effingham Animal Rescue Sanctuary

Crawford County Humane Society

911 East Wilkin Street,
Robinson, IL 62454

Clay County Animal Rescue & Shelter

14400 Hwy. 45,
Louisville, IL 62858

Effingham County Humane Society

12073 N. 1000th Rd,
EFFINGHAM, IL 62401

We'll also keep you updated on Ginger's adoption status with email updates.
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Ginger

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 7 mos
Robinson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Honey's adoption status with email updates.
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Honey

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 11 mos
Robinson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Sassy Sara's adoption status with email updates.
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Sassy Sara

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 14 yrs 1 mo
EFFINGHAM, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Katie's adoption status with email updates.
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Katie

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 4 yrs 7 mos
Robinson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Tyson's adoption status with email updates.
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Tyson

Domestic Shorthair

Male, 3 yrs 10 mos
Robinson, IL
We'll also keep you updated on Daisey's adoption status with email updates.
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Daisey

Domestic Shorthair

Female, 2 yrs 3 mos
Robinson, IL

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